After-work cocktails—what’s better after a long day at the office? And, when the weather is steamy, there’s nothing more welcome then a frosty, thirst-quenching, stress-relieving, frozen cocktail shared with friends and colleagues. Here are some of our faves.
The Blushing Slush
The Parlor
14 Cedar Street, Dobbs Ferry; 914.478.8200
There’s no better way to cool down from a summer heatwave than with a refreshing frosé. The Parlor in Dobbs Ferry has perfected the classic cocktail with a blend of frozen rosé and fresh strawberry purée. The Blushing Slush is a fun drink for a fun place as The Parlor provides lively music and energetic vibes that can be your escape from the summer sun while marveling at wall art made possible through contributions from local artists. And, before you go, don’t forget to try one of the unique pizza flavors, such as That Everything Bagel Pizza or the Queen Margherita.
Cool Down: $10
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Fig Martini
Via Forno Wood Fired Pizza & Vinoteca
2 Garth Road, Scarsdale; 914.556.6464
Experience a taste of Italy this summer with Via Forno’s Fig Martini. This handcrafted cocktail is made with ‘Figenza’ Mediterranean fig-infused vodka, pineapple juice, St. Germain elderflower liqueur, and angostura bitters, and garnished with a fresh fig and pistachio cheese. You can enjoy this getaway-in-a-cup at one of Via Forno’s jazz brunches, which feature live jazz music on the outdoor patio every Sunday from 11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Cool Down: $12
The Purple Rain
Whiskey River Restaurant
38 N. Division Street, Peekskill; 914.293.7550
Stay safe from the summer heatwave by checking out the home of “Worldly Whiskey, Crafty Cocktails, and Bold Beer” in Peekskill at Whiskey River Restaurant. You’ll especially want to try the newest signature drink for the season, the Purple Rain. Made with fresh lemon, herbed simple syrup, prosecco, and an appropriately violet float of Empress gin, this vibrant cocktail gives the distinct visual impression of, well, purple raining down inside your glass, and is sure to make even the hottest of summer days feel a little bit cooler.
Cool Down: $13
Gin-Ger Fizz
Dubrovnik Restaurant
721 Main Street, New Rochelle; 914.637.3777
Dubrovnik Restaurant is a taste of Croatia in the heart of New Rochelle, and you won’t want to miss out on trying the cleverly nicknamed Gin-Ger Fizz cocktail. The Gin-Ger Fizz is Organic Farmer’s Gin infused with fresh ginger, lime, mint, and topped with prosecco, which can be paired with Croatian cuisine that will transport you to another country (without needing a passport).
Cool Down: $13
Paradise Oasis
Pizza & Brew
851 Central Park Avenue, Scarsdale; 914.472.1032
Public Pizza
193 Market Street, Yonkers; 914.652.7611
With this tropical cocktail, you can transport yourself to paradise on a patio. Bacardi Rum, Absolut Vodka, Hornitos Tequila, strawberry, passion fruit purée, and coconut cream blend together to create this refreshing Paradise Oasis right in Westchester County.
Cool Down: $13
Salty & Spiked
Bona Bona Ice Cream
10 Westchester Avenue, Port Chester; 914.481.5712
I scream, you scream, we all scream for Bona Bona Ice Cream. This unconventional ice cream shop adds a spiked twist to everyone’s favorite summer treat: the milkshake. Simplicity is key in this creamy cocktail with only two ingredients: salted caramel ice cream and bourbon. And with more spiked milkshake options to choose from, you won’t want to pass on the chance to be a part of the Bona fam this summer.
Cool Down: Bona Bona’s Boozy Bar is currently only available for private events. Call 914.481.5712 for more information.
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The Spicy Scorpion
tredici NORTH
578 Anderson Hill Road, Purchase; 914.997.4113
Add a bit of spice to your summer palette with tredici NORTH’s Spicy Scorpion. This fiery cocktail reflects tredici NORTH’s modern style of cuisine with classic taste and is made with Casamigos tequila, muddled jalapeño and orange, fresh squeezed lime, grapefruit juice, and agave syrup. Lovers of spicy cocktails will adore this one.
Cool Down: $14
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Summer Wind
Hudson Social
11 Station Plaza, Dobbs Ferry; 914.478.3634
Take a break from the sweltering summer sun with one of Hudson Social’s Summer Wind cocktails. Made with Gunpowder Irish gin, mint, lemon, simple syrup, and strawberry purée, this cocktail is sure to blow the wind back into your sails on a hot day. You can enjoy the Summer Wind while listening to live music every Thursday night from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. and, if you’re looking for a bit of a kick, feel free to also try the “Ready, Aim, Fire” cocktail made with 21 Seeds jalapeño-infused tequila, pineapple, lime, ginger beer, and smoked sea salt.
Cool Down: $14
